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PRCA Matchmaker hosted two senior-level breakfast roundtables this week—yesterday in Manchester and today in Edinburgh. These sessions facilitated in-depth discussions on key topics, including: - Building and maintaining a strong pipeline - Improving pitch conversion rates - Driving sustainable client growth Our thanks go to jfdi for their support in delivering these brilliant sessions. #PR #Comms #NewBiz Debbie Little

Last week, we hosted a conversation with BBC’s Mark Simpson and PRCA Northern Ireland Chair, Eamon Deeny, as they shared reflections on their remarkable 40-year careers in media and PR. The evening continued with a panel discussion focused on the current challenges facing the media and PR industries, featuring: Eoin Brannigan, Editor of the Belfast Telegraph Arlene O'Connor, Managing Director at Brown O'Connor Communications In collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR) Northern Ireland, this event brought together professionals from across the industry to learn from these experts and engage in valuable discussions. Photographs: Columba O'Hare/Newry.ie Gill McNeill

Join the PRCA Scotland Festive Quiz 2024! 📅 Date: Thursday, 5 December 2024 🕟 Time: 4:30 PM 📍 Location: Online (Zoom – boardroom or bedroom!) 👥 Team Size: Up to 6 people Put your knowledge to the test and bond with your team as you compete for bragging rights and prizes. To register email Wilma Purser (wilma.littlejohn@prca.org.uk).

PRCA Measurement Conference 2024 - Unlocking the Future of PR Performance Join us online this Thursday for an in-depth look at how you can harness cutting-edge data insights, AI-driven technologies, and real-time analytics to optimise your PR strategies, measure concrete results, and showcase the true value of your work. In support of AMEC Measurement and Evaluation’s Global Measurement Month, the 2024 conference will feature a mix of engaging keynote sessions, case studies, and panel discussions led by industry leaders, offering you practical tools and strategies to stay competitive in an evolving communications landscape. Speakers and panellists include: - Orla Graham MPRCA, Insights Consultant at CARMA - Jennifer Sanchis MPRCA MCIPR, Insights Consultant at CARMA - Robert Lewis, Paid Social Director, WPR Agency - Ben Levine, Director & Senior Partner, TRUE Global Intelligence - Andy Martinus, Global Head Of Innovation, TEAM LEWIS - Robert Wainman, Associate Director, Insights & Analytics at WE Communications – Amber Ellis, Senior Account Executive, CCGroup - B2B tech marketers Book now: https://lnkd.in/e3FGbEuM

"This is my third Black History Month (BHM) in the UK, after moving from a PR and marketing career in Nigeria and South Africa. It’s been nothing short of an eye-opener. Growing up in Nigeria, I never had to defend my identity and was never made to feel less. BHM doesn’t even exist there, because why would it need to?" Read Welcome to SHOOK Trainee Account Executive Rita Ugi's blog: https://lnkd.in/ehB5marb

Tune into our latest episode of Fuse as PR expert Ishtar Schneider joins Farzana Baduel to share her journey from interning at Edelman Australia to leading purpose-driven PR initiatives globally. #PR #Podcast Listen now Spotify: https://ow.ly/A6tu50U9IMz YT: https://ow.ly/BuHB50U9IMA

Last Thursday, the PRCA Race and Ethnicity Equity Board (REEB) hosted a powerful and much-needed event focused on mental health, tailored specifically for Black and Brown PR professionals. Attendees came together to share stories and connect over a very important topic in the PR industry. The day was made possible thanks to the incredible support of: 🎤 Marteka Swaby, who delivered a thought-provoking keynote. ✅The Black Wellbeing Collective, for leading impactful workshops that resonated with attendees. ➡️ Whitney Simon, PRCA REEB mental health workstream leader who poured passion, time and effort into creating this event. 💡 Four Agency Worldwide, for providing space in their offices. A huge thank you to everyone who joined and helped make this event a success.

"Research shows that stress triggers differ significantly from one person to another, influenced by factors like personality, environment, and life experiences. So how then can businesses tackle stress for their whole workforce when we are all so different? Most generic stress management solutions understandably fall short with learnings often quickly falling to the wayside. Tailored approaches that align business needs, team and organisational culture, and individual learning can be far more effective." Read Seijaku Co-founder Paul Hutchings' latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/dmsB-Nsy

📣Want to receive a FREE personalised report showing where your agency stands compared to industry averages? The deadline to complete your agency’s Benchmarking surveys is Friday, 29th November. This is your chance to contribute to the most comprehensive analysis of the PR industry. If not completed, the report will only be available for £500 + VAT, featuring industry-wide data but no personalised insights.   The surveys must be completed by your agency’s MD, FD, and HRD. If you haven’t received your links, please get in touch with Faisal H. at faisal.hussain@prca.org.uk.  

"As the communications business goes into 2025 planning mode, TEAM LEWIS has released a Global CMO Report which asked hundreds of marketing leaders across the world what is keeping them awake at night. Our research showed that most CMOs identify the competitive environment as the top threat to their business (and sleep scores). With 58% citing it as a major concern." Read TEAM LEWIS Chief Operating Officer, Yvonne van Bokhoven's latest blog post: https://lnkd.in/ex837_hE